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There are few things a parent dreads more than \u201cthe talk.\u201d Talking about sex can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. And let\u2019s face it, many parents simply don\u2019t know how to go about it. Their parents never talked to them, so they\u2019re unprepared for such a pivotal conversation. Mistakes are made and children may get the wrong impression from their parents. Exploring those mistakes can help you avoid them and have the kind of discussion you want.<\/p>\n

Common Sex-Talk Mistakes\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Starting too late.<\/strong>Many parents wait until they feel like there\u2019s a reason to be worried. For example, their teenage daughter starts dating an older boy and suddenly it feels like it’s time for the sex talk. Or they find a condom under their son\u2019s bed \u2013 again, it’s time for the talk. The truth is that the best time to begin talking to your child about sex is way before they\u2019re thinking about it. Many experts recommend going over the basics when a child is around eight or nine. Children know a lot more than we think they know and if they\u2019re able to get the facts from their parents, then they\u2019re less likely to believe rumors and information from their friends and the Internet.<\/p>\n

2. Passing harsh judgments.<\/strong>Children hear what you say when you talk about sex and sexual situations. If you\u2019re harsh or judgmental, they may take that information in and feel badly about themselves. For example, you may express something negative about masturbation. Should your child have tried it, they may feel dirty or judged. They won\u2019t be as likely to be honest with you about sex or to come to you with questions.<\/p>\n

3. Not answering questions when they\u2019re asked.<\/strong>According to Dr. Laura Berman, children ask questions when they\u2019re ready to know the answers. If you\u2019re uncomfortable answering the question or you try to put them off until you think they\u2019re ready, they may not only go elsewhere for the information, they may not come to you for information next time.<\/p>\n

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4. Not being honest.<\/strong>It\u2019s important to be honest with yourself about your feelings related to your child\u2019s sexuality. It\u2019s also important to be honest with your child. If you\u2019re uncomfortable talking with your child about something, tell them that. Children don\u2019t expect you to be perfect or to have all the answers. However, when you answer their questions honestly and respectfully, you\u2019re better able to have an open conversation.<\/p>\n

Talking about sex is difficult. Your children are precious and you don\u2019t want them rushing things, making mistakes, or having regrets. It\u2019s important to be prepared for questions as soon as they\u2019re able to begin talking. It may begin with simple identification of parts. The more you\u2019re able to answer their questions early on, the easier it will be for them to come to you when they have more difficult or intimate questions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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